The Very Best Crab Cakes Recipe

Step 1

In a medium bowl, carefully pick over the crab and remove any shells.

Step 2

In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, dijon, worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, egg, pepper, lemon zest and parsley.

Step 3

Add the mayonnaise mixture to the crab and, carefully, fold together being careful not to break up the crab meat too much. Gently fold in the breadcrumbs.

Step 4

Form 1/3 cup of the crab mixture into 8 patties and transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment. Chill for 15-20 minutes.

Step 5

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Add the crab cakes and cook over medium heat until golden, approximately 3-4 minutes. Turn the crab cakes over with a spatula. Cook until golden brown, crispy and cooked through, approximately 3 minutes.

Step 7

Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately with tartar sauce and lemon wedges, if desired.